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RAF jets scrambled to intercept Russian aircraft over North Sea

RAF jets scrambled to intercept Russian aircraft over North Sea

The Typhoons were launched from RAF Lossiemouth in Scotland after two Russian Tu-142 Bear F planes were detected near UK airspace.

UK secures 2m more Moderna vaccine doses

UK secures 2m more Moderna vaccine doses

Interim data suggests the jab is highly effective in preventing people getting ill and may work across all age groups.

UK tells EU to bring ‘fresh thinking’ to Brexit talks and concede on fishing

UK tells EU to bring ‘fresh thinking’ to Brexit talks and concede on fishing

A source close to the negotiations said: ‘We hope that the EU will come with some fresh thinking because what we’ve seen so far doesn’t cut it.’

Mass virus testing plan for students ‘flawed’, warns universities union

Mass virus testing plan for students ‘flawed’, warns universities union

The University and College Union said plans appear to have been ‘rushed’ and raised concerns around the accuracy of tests.

Johnson writes to Tory MPs in bid to quell rebellion over coronavirus tiers

Johnson writes to Tory MPs in bid to quell rebellion over coronavirus tiers

The PM said the regulations would contain a sunset clause – or expiry date – of February 3, with MPs offered the chance to vote to extend them.

More than 150 arrested amid anti-lockdown protests in London

More than 150 arrested amid anti-lockdown protests in London

Police said arrests were made for offences including breaching coronavirus regulations, assaulting a police officer and possession of drugs.

Cardiff police stop 110 vehicles in first day of operation

Cardiff police stop 110 vehicles in first day of operation

South Wales Police were given extra powers to perform random vehicle checks and fine drivers from Friday until 5pm on Sunday.

Channel migrants reaching UK on more than one in three days

Channel migrants reaching UK on more than one in three days

The number arriving each day is heavily weather-dependent.

UK and France sign agreement to curb migrant crossings in English Channel

UK and France sign agreement to curb migrant crossings in English Channel

Priti Patel and her French counterpart agreed to double the number of French police officers patrolling a 150km stretch of coastline.

Duchess of Cambridge jokes about handling her children’s tantrums

Duchess of Cambridge jokes about handling her children’s tantrums

The duchess answered questions from her social media followers via video message on Saturday.

Migrant crossings: A timeline of key events and issues in 2020

Migrant crossings: A timeline of key events and issues in 2020

Following Home Secretary Priti Patel’s announcement, the PA news agency recaps some of the biggest developments around migrant crossings in 2020.

Will the royals gather for their annual Boxing Day shoot?

Will the royals gather for their annual Boxing Day shoot?

The Queen and her family often engage in outdoor pursuits on December 26.

Dozens arrested as lockdown protesters clash with police

Dozens arrested as lockdown protesters clash with police

Demonstrations carried signs reading ‘All I want for Christmas is my freedom back’.

Surge in SNP votes will push Westminster into referendum, says depute leader

Surge in SNP votes will push Westminster into referendum, says depute leader

Keith Brown urged SNP members to be ‘tolerant’ and ‘kind’ when canvassing for independence.

Anti-lockdown protests met by large police presence in central London

Anti-lockdown protests met by large police presence in central London

Traffic was temporarily blocked during the demonstration.

Attorney General Suella Braverman ‘very excited’ to be expecting a baby

Attorney General Suella Braverman ‘very excited’ to be expecting a baby

The Conservative MP announced her pregnancy in a tweet on Saturday.

Mike Ashley firm draws up £50m loan plan for Arcadia Group – report

Mike Ashley firm draws up £50m loan plan for Arcadia Group – report

Arcadia Group is on the brink of collapse with around 15,000 jobs at risk.

PM appoints vaccine minister as Tory unrest continues over tier system

PM appoints vaccine minister as Tory unrest continues over tier system

Meanwhile, Michael Gove warned that every hospital in England could be overwhelmed with coronavirus cases if new tier restrictions are not introduced.

Christmas lights switch-on gaffe takes internet by storm

Christmas lights switch-on gaffe takes internet by storm

The event in Bridgwater, Somerset, did not go quite according to plan.

SNP pledges free breakfast and lunch for primary pupils all year round

SNP pledges free breakfast and lunch for primary pupils all year round

Education Secretary John Swinney said the policy would be brought in if the SNP is re-elected to power in May’s Scottish elections.

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